2017 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · LD67 HLC

An unblemished DVSA record accompanies this 2017 Audi Q5, with no advisories or component-specific defects recorded across five tests spanning from late 2022 through January 2025. The most recent outcome on 23 January 2025 was a clean pass with no defects recorded, and the only two failures listed on 22 January 2025 and 1 November 2022 both carry the same notation, suggesting these were likely aborted tests or refusals where the vehicle was not presented for full examination or no defects were entered into the system. Either way, the absence of recorded advisories for corrosion, brake component wear, suspension deterioration, or exhaust integrity indicates the vehicle has not surfaced any examiner-flagged deterioration at the point of test. For a nine-year-old premium SUV, this level of recorded cleanliness is encouraging but should be cross-checked against the vehicle's physical condition, as MOT testing only certifies minimum legal standards at the time of inspection. A recorded mileage of 47,201 miles over nine years equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 5,245 miles, which is notably below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age and class. This lower-than-average usage pattern is reinforced by a gap in testing history, with no MOT entry recorded for 2023, suggesting the vehicle may have been off the road for a period. Extended standing periods combined with low annual mileage can introduce particular mechanical considerations: brake discs and calipers can develop surface corrosion on the friction faces and seize on the guide pins due to inactivity, leading to uneven braking or judder under pedal pressure. Drive belts, engine and gearbox oil seals, and battery condition can all deteriorate during prolonged inactivity, and the haldex coupling on the quattro drivetrain should be specifically verified for correct engagement and absence of shudder during low-speed manoeuvres. Tyres produced some years ago may have aged and perished on the sidewalls even if tread depth remains adequate, particularly relevant on the OE-sized wheels typically fitted to this model. When physically inspecting and test driving this Q5, particular attention should be paid to the areas most commonly affected on second-generation examples of this age. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension, particularly over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the upper and lower wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and suspension top mounts are known wear items that would not yet have triggered an advisory at this mileage but may be approaching the point of replacement. Feel for any steering vagueness, vibration through the wheel at speed, or pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate warped brake discs from standing corrosion rather than wear. Inspect the underside of the vehicle carefully for any early-stage corrosion on the subframe, suspension arms, and brake pipe unions, as Audi products of this era can develop surface rust in these areas that an MOT examiner may not yet have flagged as a failure but which warrants monitoring. Inside the cabin, observe the engine for any signs of oil misting around the cam chain cover or the turbocharger seals, both common leak sources on the 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI engines offered in this chassis. Check that the air conditioning system delivers consistent cold output, as the condenser and compressor clutch are known to deteriorate with low usage. On the road, monitor the seven-speed S tronic or eight-speed automatic gearbox for any harsh downshifts, hesitation, or clutch slip in the manual mode, and confirm the quattro system engages smoothly without binding in tight turns, a symptom of a tired rear differential or haldex pump. Finally, verify that all electronic systems function correctly, including the MMI infotainment, parking sensors, electric tailgate, and driver assistance features, as software faults and module failures are a known cost area on this generation of Audi rather than an MOT-testable concern.